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Social Security Benefits to Increase in 2019

Each year we announce the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). Usually there is an increase in the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefit amount people receive each month, starting the following January. By law, federal benefits increase when the cost of living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W).

The CPI-W rises when prices increase for the things the average consumer buys. This means that when prices for goods and services we purchase become more expensive, on average, the COLA increases monthly benefit levels and helps you keep up with the changing cost of living.

As a result, more than 67 million Americans will see a 2.8 percent increase in their Social Security and SSI benefits in 2019.

January 2019 marks other changes that will happen based on the increase in the national average wage index. For example, the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security payroll tax, as well as the retirement earnings test exempt amount, will change in 2019.

Want to know your new benefit amount as soon as possible? In December 2018, we will post Social Security COLA notices online for retirement, survivors, and disability beneficiaries who have a mySocial Security account. You will be able to view and save these COLA notices securely via the Message Center inside mySocial Security.

Be the first to know! Sign up for or log in to your personal my Social Security account today and choose email or text under “Message Center Preferences” to receive courtesy notifications so you won’t miss your electronic COLA notice!

This year, you will still receive your COLA notice by mail. In the future, you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. Online notices will not be available to representative payees, individuals with foreign mailing addresses, or those who pay higher Medicare premiums due to their income. We plan to expand the availability of COLA notices to additional online customers in the future.

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I was a manager doing mans work far above what any man was doing in our 100+ stores and I never received any raise at the top level of pay even though I was rated the best at what I did (above the men performing the same duties} GIVE UP WOMEN!

The last COLA increase for me was $38 however they raised my Part B by $36 so I got a raise of $2 bucks. How is this helping us. Our rent and utilities keep going up but our pay does not. Why are you taking away our increases. Find another way to adjust your Part B and not take our food and money away from us

I didn’t even get $2. more deposited in my checking acct. For 2016, 2017, and 2018, I have received the same amt. ea. month after the Medicare deduction. Any small increase in the COLA is eaten up by increases in Medicare. Don’t know yet but I might get a couple of $$ more in my hand in 2019. At least I hope so.

I agree, if someone is receiving other benefits such as food stamps and /or housing, along with Disability,/ SSI the other benefits will decrease because of this small increase. I watched it happen to my elderly parents before they passed a couple years ago. And now myself being on disability.

I would like to see the % system scrapped and ue the COLA figures to compile a same payment amount to all SS recipients, the % system gives more to the higher recipients than the lower. If a system to use % to conclude the same amounts to all SS receivers it would be better…. simply because no matter what a persons income from SS is, it still amounts to purchases to both are the same, so COLA type increases should also be the same.

Hello Lesly. The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is a needs based program that gives cash assistance to people with limited income and resources who are age 65 or older, blind or disabled. Please call our toll free number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) for further assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Also, you may be eligible to receive social services from the state in which they live. These services include Medicaid, free meals, housekeeping help, transportation or help with other problems. You can get information about services in your area from your state or local social services office. Or you can visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services web page for more information. Thanks!
We hope this helps!

Thank you very much. Its greatly appreciated. Ive recently retired this year. I don’t get a large check and I am paying part B and a supplement insurance too. I live with my friend. I can’t afford to rent on my own. Maybe someday part B will be free. I would like to try for Medicaid in 2019 . This is all new to me . I just wanted to thank you for all the updates and making this transition understandable for me. Thank You .

Hello Bonny. Please visit the Medicare website at http://www.Medicare.gov to learn about programs available to assist people with low income to pay for Medical expenses. Many states also have programs to help with Medicare payments. You can find out about them by calling your State Medical Assistance Office. To get the local phone number, call the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services at 1-800-633-4227 (TTY, 1-877-486-2048). We hope this information helps!

The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) applies to all beneficiaries. The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. Thanks!

Is there a way to prevent the state governments from taking our COLA increases? The State of Kansas reduced my SNAP payments as “a result of the 2.8% cost of living increase in Social Security and/or SSI benefits that will occur in January 2019”. [quote from the State’s letter] My COLA increase will be just $2.

Thank you for your reply. Fortunately, Kansas elected democrat Laura Kelly as governor, so I have hope that social services and education will no longer be cut to give rich republicans tax cuts. Once she is in place, I do plan on contacting someone in next year’s administration.

Think we will ever again see the kind if rases we saw when Mr. Bill Clinton was our man in social seurity. And will the day ever come for any one not to go to a lawer to claim social security benifets?

We are sorry to hear that you’re having difficulty accessing your my Social Security account, Kevin.
If you are still having trouble accessing your account, please call our dedicated my Social Security—Hotline. To reach this hotline, please call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”. Sometimes you may have to contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019. The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. Thanks!

Ok, WOW…2.8% COLA increase….
BUT… how much will The cost of Medicare and the Suppliments and Advantage programs increase?
Probably thosecosts will offset the 2.8% and the Retired person will maybe have an increase enough for a second cup of coffee at Starbucks!

Hello Iris. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov.
For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center. Thanks!

WOW… is right on for America were we live pay our taxes an die trying to make ends meet not to mention all of you folks out there that had to get a lawyer just to get social security just so the lawyer could end up with 1/3 of your money we are suposed to get at the very ripe very old age of 65 no good to any one except a fast food joint if you can stand on yet feet long enough to get touse burgers to the cuonter with frys nuggets and a soft drink 1/2 waterd down and flat,

It is nice to receive a raise in our social security (COLA) but we don’t realize it because Medicare is raised to almost as much as our COLA raise BUT our “gross” looks like we got a nice raise but like I said. .. We never realize it. Not fair to people on a “fixed income”. Everything keeps getting more expensive and we have less and less to live on.

Wow. Your audacity astounds me. I had a nice retirement fund, insurance, owned a home I could afford, put money in savings every month, had a budget. Made a comfortable income in a professional career. Then the 2008 stock market mess took half my 401k overnight. A year later I was stricken with an incurable progressive degenerative disease and lost my job. By the time I was approved for disability I’d lost my house, gone through what was left of my 401k just to live on, and had to file for bankruptcy. It had never crossed my mind that I could become disabled and destitute overnight, much less how many truly contemptible people there are in the world who hurl this kind of ignorant abuse at others. Watch out that high horse you’re on doesn’t throw you off. Then you, too can feel the nastiness of people who judge others they know nothing about.

Hell yeah!! Exact scenario happened to me now I’m barely hanging on when I used to be financially secure. To the people who judge others without knowing what they have went through beware because Karma’s a bitch

I am sorry you experienced such bad luck, and even sorrier that people are using this forum to spew vitriol toward some of our unfortunate and ill elderly. I know many others who have never recovered from the crash of ‘08-‘16 and who now rely heavily on the SS system they paid into all their lives. SS is not enough, but they are sick and can’t work.

We owned a business and cashed out half of our retirement to keep our doors open and to pay staff so we didn’t have to lay them off. The remainder was in RE and the stock market, which were wiped out. The 2.8% sure isn’t much, but I’m hoping the next tax cut will eliminate taxes on SS, which was never designed to be taxed…. a tax bill was written by one political party to add income tax on SS payments for seniors. It’s the same party that went into the fund and took money that was supposed to be invested to build equity in our SS accounts for long-term payouts.

Hello Susan. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

Hello Mary. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced.
Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center. Thanks!

If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

There are times , when I work an hour or two. Unable to stand or walk a long period of time. I make a few dollars. They take out SS# .IT is paid to me monthly. I will be 90 October 30. Do I continue my current procedure. Thank you. This ability to text is fantastic. Betty J. Hunt. huntbetty@hotmal.com.

Hello Floyd. The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center. Thanks!

Glad to hear since everything else is going up. The gas companies are out of control with their constant price increases, which then impacts everything else like groceries, utilities, etc. And of course, City, State, and Federal taxes are up as well.

Thank you so much. Seniors are living longer and increases of everything make it so difficult to survive. I see so many people purchasing cat and dog food to have a meal. $15 can’t feed one person for a month. Yet, $200 per month is given for babies.

Hello Lesly. The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is a needs based program that gives cash assistance to people with limited income and resources who are age 65 or older, blind or disabled. Please call our toll free number, 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) for further assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Also, you may be eligible to receive social services from the state in which they live. These services include Medicaid, free meals, housekeeping help, transportation or help with other problems. You can get information about services in your area from your state or local social services office. Or you can visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services web page for more information.
We hope this helps!

This is a great idea and I for one appreciate it. Any increase is appreciated. Occasionally I can work from home and make a few dollars. They take the SS# out. It is not consistent, there are times I can walk pretty good, not for long. Thank Heavens for any at all. I do not receive any retirement. With company 35 years.

I would like to thank President Trump and the GOP members on Capital Hill for this COLA. Democrats have never done a damn thing except steal from me and the rest of American Legal Citizens. I hope they lose their ass November 6th.

Whenever there is a increase of any kind we don’t get it. it goes to Medicare. I don’t get enough to live on and a few dollars always helps. Why does the government send any information on the COLA increases…when there is no intention of sending nothing, I would love to get more veggies n fruits..but I guess i would always be low income. after working so long.

Hello Mary. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Thanks!

Hello Bill. We -do- have an official social media team dedicated to posting messages and responses to customer inquiries or comments that specifically address SSA issues.
We try to respond to all of your questions and provide general information about our programs.
If you have a general question, we encourage you to ask here. But remember, never post personal information on social media.
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I replied to your comment, yet it’s been removed. The First Amendment is supposed to prevent Government Censorship. Now I’m being told this comment is not allowed, again. Why and who is removing my comments?

Our blog — Social Security Matters — gives readers information about a variety of topics, including our programs, online services, current events, and human-interest stories, usually in greater detail than typically shared on our other social media platforms. Our blog encourages discussion and offers important retirement and disability-related solutions. While we welcome general participation from all of our followers, we ask all participants to please be considerate and polite to others when posting comments. While Social Security aims to create an open discussion related to the content on this blog, and encourages helpful and useful comments, please note that this is a moderated communications platform. Please visit our “Comment Policy” page for more information on this topic.
Also, please be aware that our official agency responses will always include the Social Security Administration (SSA) seal, and that we have an official social media team dedicated to posting messages and responses to customer inquiries or comments that specifically address SSA issues.
Thank you for your support and for using our blog.

The way I pick up social security benefits from the first quiz test? That I understand

1. I get one I am not married. So I get social security benefits from my parents steal to these day; for living in Second Class America

2. I steal pay off all my social security benefits all the time so then the quiz says , ” that I get the social security benefits anyways”, . Because they will come looking for me. If I don’t pay because I make more then $2,000.00 in income.

3. I get “Division of Family Children”, but I don’t know why I half to claim it because my children have family trust funds.
It seems like somebody is trying to steal a really big family trust fund?

Please quit referring to the citizens and other people in this country as ‘consumers.’ It’s a belittling, dehumanizing term, with parasitic overtones. I would like to meet the bitter sot who first spit the term through his teeth as a measure of his peers and poke him in the eye. Then I’d lecture the ignorant who continue to mindlessly use the term, as I will now do. The people of this country do much, much more than consume. We produce. We protect. We nurture. We create and invent. We support. We love. We pass on our traditions. We raise children. We improve. We support each other. We pay the lion’s share of taxes. We defend. We punish. Government needs to have more respect for the people it serves, and one of the first things it needs to do in recognition of this imperative is to stop referring to the greatest citizen family on this planet as consumers.

Hello Bernardo. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security Message Center.
Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. Thanks!

Hello Linda. The 2.8 COLA increase is applied to your Social Security benefits, information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security Message Center. Thanks!

Hi John. Social Security does not administer the Medicare program, it is administered by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). You can go to http://www.medicare.gov or call Medicare directly at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227) for their 2019 changes.

It’s nice to get an increased Social Security Benefit, however it would be nice to know if there will also be an increased cost of Medicare, so it can be determined what the actual net Benefit will be to Seniors.

Thank you for your comment, Terry. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced.
Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security Message Center. Thanks!

Hello Jane. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced.
For more details about the new COLA, visit: http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced.
For more details about the new COLA, visit: http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

The increase applies to all beneficiaries, Kathie. The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018.
For more details about the new COLA, visit: http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

My drug plan Part D Medicare went from $20 to $25. So let me think a little , I think it went up over %20 percent? Whats this 2.8 % percent bullshit about. Don,t these people that come up with this 2.8% know anything about Math. The great Fleecing of America, Quit giving it to every one that hasn’t paid into the system.

Hello Michael, Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security Message Center. Thanks!

Hello Emily. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center. Thanks!

Thanks for the information, i got one other thing to inform you about it, im living overseas since 2007, i retire on 4-2007, wel at about the same time i acesse mi SS acc w, since last year for some some problems with mi logtop i no longer can acess mi ss acc, wend i try to sing in, it does not go true, then i try to give mi information and i get a resonse tel me they dont have anny information about mi ss num, even mi name, well i try to do it again, and got a unser that mi information is there,so i canot make it again, i agree, but it makes me think wy they dont have the information, wend i try to login but then teling me they do have it wend i try to make as new, til now as i ask for anny help, never got a unser, and stil i canot singin on my SS ACC, and i do get emails like today from you with information important to me, sorry for the long message, thanks.
JOSE M. JORGE

Thank you for contacting us, Jose. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate you trying to use our online services. At this time you must have a U.S. mailing address to create or to access your online account. The “my Social Security” authentication system requires address verification as one of the essential criteria for issuing an account. People with APO/FPO/DPO addresses can create an account overseas, but our system does not support registration and account creation for users with a foreign address yet.
For assistance related to their Social Security benefits, we recommend that individuals living outside the United States contact their nearest Federal Benefits Unit or U.S. Embassy in their area (by phone or email). Also, our Office of International Operations home page provides more information to assist our customers living abroad.
We hope this information helps!

Thank you for your comment, Anna. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov.
For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center.

Question, will a portion of this increase be subject to Medical payments. The last time my parents received the increase, they were not awarded the full benefit of the increase because they took a big portion for Increased Medical.. That is so wrong…

Hello Kimberly. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center.
Thanks!

Can’t get too excited until I see how much Medicare premiums increase, which I had hoped you would have included in your report.
As you know, prior years premiums increased in many cases, the same, or almost the same, as the amount of S/S increase. So I think I’ll wait before spending anything extra!!!😕

Hello Ron. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov. For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center.
Thanks!

Why is it that the COLA is so low and the Part A medical premium goes up more than the COLA? Participants are not really getting an increase it is actually going back to SS. Plus a few dollars out of out check.

Thank you for your question, Jeri. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov.
For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center.

That’s lovely… I’ll tell my mother. She received a raise in 2018 of 2% and it went straight to Medicare. So, in reality, she received zero raise to help her offset the cost of living. For the past three years she has received the same monthly amount despite the fact that her living expenses increased so I truly hope that in January 2019 she will finally get to see some increase actually go into her pocket. Keeping my fingers crossed for her and all the others that rely so heavily on that income.

Hello Marilyn. A 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2019 was recently announced for the more than 67 million Americans who receive monthly benefits. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

The 2.8% increase is welcome. Any increase is welcome for us old folks. However, it is not a feather in cap for Jim Borland. It is nothing extraordinary. The Cost of Living increase would actually justify an increase of 5%.
However, who am I, to complain. We love America.

I need at least a $ 800.00 a month increase to keep up with cost of living going up. Meat prices are up, gas is up health insurances are up. I live in poverty. Work 60 years for poverty. And they say this is a great nation for who the millionaires. Who else.? It would be nice to eat something besides noodles. But this is a great nation for the immigrants. They get welfare just because they came here. Free cable, electric, housing, food stamps , etc. While I get poverty. This is a great nation for the millionaires.

The SSI Program is vitally necessary, but too unfair effecting very SICK and Elderly Poor Americans – several changes should be made immediately to relieve the unscrupulous burden that the outdated requirements impose on these very vulnerable Citizens!

I am concerned whether the 2019, 2.8 S.S. increase will be a repeat of the 2018 increase, where the monthly receipt increase was only $2.00, after increase deduction for Medicare. (One of only a minute number of increases in the last 10 years.) I much prefer using the increase for nutrition foods than doctor’s visits.

How much of the increase will go toward Medicare insurance ? 2018 January was COLA increase most of it went to the medical coverage , except $ 2 for my SS disability income. If most of the Medicare insurance company get another $ 34 more dollars again ?? If so that will get $ 160 a month out of SS check.

Thanks for your question, Castelia. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community to work with their local office on specific questions about their case. You can also call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. Wait times are generally shorter later in the day. We hope this helps. We hope this helps.

We will never see the increase in the COLA because living of a fix income like SS you have to depend on the SNAP program, or low income housing assistance, and they cut your benefits and raise your housing cost so that you still can’t keep up with the cost of living.

It’s about time. I wish the Washington crowd at the White House had to live on what my husband and I live on.
I have hoped every year we would get a raise on our social security.
Maybe I can buy me a coat for winter.
Thank you,
Carol Hallerchaller@columbus.rr.com

i am disabled and my wife also,she has not worked enough hours to get disability on her own due to her her brain stroke,was told i could claim her on mine as a dependent as she turns 50,called in now they say not till she get to 62,which is right.HELP we are not making ends meet,she used to get s.s.i,but when i got my disability they say i make 21.00 to much for any help with food stamps or any other things like health care,they want 295.00 a month for her to get any coverage.Michael

while Rep, and Dems have raped the surplus social security system and the pennies we seniors are receiving, millions of seniors have had to file bankruptcy and are losing their homes , but no one has in congress or social security advocates has approached this problem . WHY

Why can’t I have a My SS account as I live in Australia? This is totally unfair! I think I have a right to be able to do things online as other Americans do. I am still an American citizen and plan to remain one, even when I get Australian citizenship.

We apologize for theinconvenience, Pamela. The “my Social Security” authentication system requires address verification as one of the essential criteria for issuing an account.
At this time you must have a U.S. mailing address to create or to access your online account from outside the United States. People with APO/FPO/DPO addresses can create an account overseas, but our system does not support registration and account creation for users with a foreign address yet.
For assistance related to your Social Security benefits, you can contact the nearest Federal Benefi Unit or local U.S. embassy in your area, by phone or email. Also, our Office of International Operations home page provides more information to assist our customers living abroad.
We hope this information helps!

I have a question, I applied via phone call for my Husbands Benefits…am I getting my Husband Richard A Butner social security benefits as I requested. he died May 15, 2015 ( 4-8-35). Its a little confusing. I opened my work history and expected to see his employment contribution to social security. Am I missing something? Thank you.

We are sorry for your loss, Barbara. Generally, individuals will only have access to their own earnings record. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks.

Hello Joel. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Or contact your local Social Security office directly. Thanks.

Why is my mother who is 74 Years and my father who worked after retirement is now 85 still paying on Medicare and Social Security WHEN THEY ARE RETIRED? My god what more you going to do to these people who just want to retire, without this crap.

Hi Deborah, thanks for using the blog to ask your question. Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019.

The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. (Note: some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits.)

My 89-year-old mother has been disabled for the past 5 years or so. She has been receiving Social Security since she was eligible.
My 3 questions:
1. Is she eligible for Social Security Disability Insurance?
2. Would SSDI pay more than her Social Security benefits?
2. Would Social Security Disability help with her now Health Care Facility?

Hello Neal. Under current law, a person who has reached his or her full retirement age (Currently 66) and is receiving Social Security retirement, is not eligible for disability benefits.
Disability benefits are established at a higher rate. Social Security disability benefits automatically change to retirement benefits when disability beneficiaries attain their full retirement age. Benefits are not interrupted with this transition and the benefit amount will generally remains the same.
Your mother may be eligible to receive additional assistance from the state where she lives. These services include Medicaid, housekeeping help, transportation or help with other problems. You can get information about services in her area from the state or local social services office. Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) may cover care in a certified skilled nursing facility (SNF).
Also, you can visit the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services web page for more information on assistance programs available in her area.
We hope this helps!

Called to see if my kids were able to get binifets and thdy said yes do aver the phone interview and give them a copy of birthcrtife how much will I be getting with my two kids I get 750 with ssi diss I

Hello Jennifer. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks.

I was awarded Disability in July of 2006. At the hearing I was told that in two years when I turned 62 that I would have to choose whether I wanted Disability or SSI. My attorney said to pick which ever paid the most! Of course!
I was never contacted by the SSA in order to choose, and they gave me SSI. I feel they did this because it was the lowest, but that’s irrelevant.
My questions are: Can I request to choose now, or is it too late? Will I have to go through another appeals process in order to do this?
I abhor government agencies because they transfer you here, to there, and back to where you started from most of the time. You accomplish nothing! I then blow my top and we all hate each other! Hopefully this forum will guide me in the right direction.
Thank you in advance for your time, and any information you might provide.

Hello Edward. We pay disability benefits through two programs: the Social Security disability insurance program (SSDI) and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is a needs-based program that pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, on the other hand, are based on earnings and are not subject to income and resource limits.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits automatically change to retirement benefits when disability beneficiaries attain their full retirement age. Benefits are not interrupted with this transition and the benefit amount will generally remains the same.
SSDI benefits are establish at the highest rate, based on your earnings and previous years of work.
We hope this information helps!

Hello Debbie. We recently announced a 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2019 for the more than 67 million Americans who receive monthly benefits.
The COLA will take effect with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments paid on December 31, 2018, and Social Security payments paid in January 2019.
For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello Martha. In December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper.
Read more about the Social Security Cost-of-Living adjustment for 2019, here. Thanks!

Hello Ben. If you need proof you get Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security (SSI) Income or Medicare, you can request a benefit verification letter online by using your personal my Social Security account.
Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov.
In December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. Thanks!

I don’t see the point of even giving out COLAs when Medicare takes 3/4 of it. That means that SS is nowhere near keeping up with inflation. Considering last year when most of my increase went to Medicare, I am far behind. And under Obama, I didn’t get a dime. It is very misleading when you say we will get a 2.8% increase as we are expecting that applies spending income. Than it doesn’t. It doesn’t really matter too much in my case right now, but it might in the future.

I am getting an extra $45, but $1.50 will be deducted for Medicare, so I am happy. With my private pension we are making it because as you know with just social security most people suffer trying to pay bills and living from month to month on so little.

Neither my husband, Kayo Silvernale nor I, Kathleen Silvernale have received our new social security cards. We moved 51/2 years ago, perhaps our address was never changed. Former address P.O. Box 164. Currie, Mn 56123. New address 15001. Burnhaven Dr. #112, Burnsville, Mn. 55306. Please reply what to do next. I cannot set up a social security online account with our old SS numbers

Hi Jenny. If you are unable to access your my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Hope this helps.

2.8% cola is repulsive when people are getting raises from $7.25 an hour up $10 to $15. per hour. they get that just to keep up. or get a little bit ahead. How far does $estimated $21 per month take a person on SSI who didn’t ask to sick and is nearly forced to move in with someone they don’t even know. This is truly a sad day for our government.

Hi Shirley. Recently, we announced a 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2019. More than 67 million Americans who receive monthly benefits will automatically receive the increase.
The COLA will take effect with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments paid on December 31, 2018, and Social Security payments paid in January 2019. You can find useful information on the 2019 Medicare changes, when announced, at http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi Margaret. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

There’s more lies coming from your fucktards mouth you say there will be a cola you are a bunch of fucken liers that like to make people believe it and you all give them the sucker you’re despicable and outrageous shady practices are the most sickening i would not let my dog apply for benefits you all are a bunch of fucken crooks that tells people one thing then tell another thing so I don’t fucken believe you bunch of fucken cockroaches there’s not going be a cola I don’t believe you go back to your fucken layer where you belong and shut the fuck up I don’t believe you! And tell the fucken truth bitch!

Hi Lillian. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hello Antonio. Information about Medicare changes for 2019, when announced, will be available at http://www.medicare.gov.

For Social Security beneficiaries receiving Medicare, Social Security will not be able to compute their new benefit amount until after the Medicare premium amounts for 2019 are announced. Final 2019 benefit amounts will be communicated to beneficiaries in December through the mailed COLA notice and my Social Security’s Message Center.

Hi Michael. You may start receiving benefits as early as age 62 or as late as age 70. Monthly benefits are reduced if you start them any time before your “full retirement age”. Your full retirement age depends on your date of birth. It may be between age 66 and 67. This could affect the amount of your benefits and when you want the benefits to start.

So are we going to get the full amount of are we only going to get 5.00 again which doesn’t pay for a gallon of milk why does this keep happening l can not work because l have MS l can’t drive because of that but yet the top people that don’t do a thing for us but they make so much they don’t care about is !
I work from the day l was 16 years old till 2009 when my ME got the best of me I am now 71 lost my husband 4 yrs ago on thanksgiving day the 22 . So l lost his pension so all the AD and Medicare l pay for why l was working l get 5.00 something is wrong and it need to be fix !!!!!!!

Hi Emerson, thanks for using the blog to ask your question. All monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019.
The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018.

Hi There. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Calvin. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hello Dominic. Beneficiaries will receive their COLA notices by mail later this year, during the month of December, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. See Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2019, for more information.
If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

Hello Barbara. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

Hi Nancy. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification. The mailings are staggered so everyone doesn’t receive them at the same time.

Hi Robert, thank you for your question. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Maria. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Robert. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Manuel. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons, we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot look up your benefit information. To inquire about your benefit amount, you will need to contact your local office or call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Hi Arlene. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

I am tried to get my 2019 Benefit award letter for myself. All a get is a general write-up of the benefit increase. I can not locate a personal letter that is required for my insurance reimbursement. Please help. Thanks. Gordon.

Hi Gordon. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Barbara. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Colleen. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

The biggest mistake the government makes in adjusting social security benefits is really not knowing the true increases in the cost of living. The year we got no increase in benefits BECAUSE there was NO cost of living increase my rent went up $40 and my electricity went up $60 and not long after gas went up about 13 cents a gallon.
In the first place social security is so far behind times in being able to support a person without 2 to 4 people having to rent a place together that it’s just not funny. I believe that the people that adjust social security live for a year on the persons social security that only draws about $600 to $1000 per month. The lowest should be adjusted up to at least $1100 a month. Believe me we are at the mercy of the adjusters, that’s why some people are homeless, they can’t afford $1200 a month rent on $600 a month. Also the government should put a freeze on greedy landlords rent. It hasn’t been that long ago that the government put a freeze on several things and appointed an Insurance Commissioner to control Insurance and all that amounted to was Zero.Thanks for listening.

Hi Jerry, thank you for using our blog. By law, the Social Security Administration uses the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W) determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) in the Department of Labor to calculate Cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs). Based on this year’s calculations, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for nearly 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019.

hello, I have been trying to log in to my social security, but you can’t find me. I can’t seem to find a number to call. I have not received my new ss card with the new number, and I haven’t received my statement to see what I will be earning starting in January 2019. could you email me that statement?
I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks
Patricia Stiefel

Hi Patricia, thank you for your questions. Sorry to hear you are having difficulties accessing your my Social Security account. For assistance with your account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office.

As far as receiving your new card with the new number, you may be referring to your new Medicare card. Your new card will automatically come to you. You don’t need to do anything as long as your address is up to date. Mailing takes time. Your card may arrive at a different time than your friend’s or neighbor’s.

Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

I RECIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL A COUPLE DAYS AGO. STATED I AM TO GET A 2 DOLLAR INCREASE IN MY SSI DUE TO COS OF LIVING. WHAT A SHAME YOU DO TO PEOPLE. 2 DOLLARS AVG TO NOTHING AND IS A EMBARRASSEMENT. YOU SHOULD HAVE KEPT THAT.

Hi Claudette. Your COLA notice will be available online in the Message Center of your my Social Security account in December 2018. Although you will still receive this COLA notice by mail this year, in the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hello Sheila. During the month of December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello Joseph. In December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security.
This is a secure, convenient way to receive COLA notices online and save the message for later. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola.
Thanks!

Hello Edward, we prefer a government issued document with your picture, as proof of identity to replace your Social Security card. If you do not have one or you cannot get one within a reasonable amount of time, we may be able to use other documents such as:
•Employee identification card;
•School identification card;
•Health insurance card; or
•U.S. military identification card.
Any document you submit, must be an original or certified copy, current (not expired) and show your name, and other identifying information (date of birth or age).Also, realize that you may not need a replacement card. You will rarely need to show it. Knowing your Social Security number is what is important. To see if you’re eligible to apply for a replacement Social Security card online or to learn more on the process and what documents you will need to get a card, please visit our “Social Security Number and Card” web page. We hope this helps!

Hello Joe, the 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2019 applies to all Social Security beneficiaries. The COLA will take effect with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments paid on December 31, 2018, and Social Security payments paid in January 2019.
For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

I received a letter from the Social Security Administration regarding the 2.8 increase for 2019. I was also notified that my insurance with Medicare would be increasing. I also was advised my monthly amount effective in January of 2019 would be reduced due to the amount of income shown on my tax return.

I paid into social security my entire life and now I’m being punished for having addiction income in my retirement. Explain to me why I’m not entitled to my full benefits from my social security.

Hello Connie. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks.

In December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security.
You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Every year for 4 years I believe my raise went on raising my medicare payments. My social security has stay the same for I am still trying to live on the same amount for quite a few years. So when will I get a raise on my check ?

I worked hard all my life made good money,however my last 2 years working I could do less and less therefore and made lower wages now disability will caculate my earnings off this lower pay earnings.this is so unfare to penalize people in this way

Hello Bonnie, COLA notices will be mailed throughout the month of December 2018. Also, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security.
For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello Steve. The Social Security COLA-2019 notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security, during the month of December 2018. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hi Carolyn, thank you for your question. The message could be about the COLA notice. Beneficiaries that are my Social Security users received a courtesy notification indicating a COLA Notice was delivered to their Message Center inbox. In the Message Center inbox, there is an item titled: “Your 2019 Social Security Cost of Living Increase.” When you open the message, there’s a hyperlink to retrieve the online notice. You will also receive a paper notice in the mail but in the future you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Garnet. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Marilyn. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Kenneth. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Robert. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov

I did not receive an increase in 2018 and it looks like I will not be getting it in 2019. I am wondering why I don’t get it but my husband always get the raises, my friends an other family members also receive the increases.

Hi Linda. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi, I am reaching out to you with regards to the Business Excellence Awards 2019, hosted by Acquisition International.There has been a nomination submitted on your company’s behalf, however no contact email was provided on the submission. I just wanted to drop you a quick message to ask if you would like to proceed with your nomination. Please contact myself, with reference to BUS19042 on the above email or directly on 0044 203 970 0033 if this is something you would like to move forward with, or for further information. Thanks, Laura Hunter

Hi Margaret. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Edith, thank you for your question. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi Marcia. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Roger. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Rita. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Martha. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov

Hi Edison. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hello Lynette. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

Hello Patsy. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. Also, we may not be able to provide that information to you without your mother’s authorization.
If you think your mother needs assistance managing her benefits the Social Security’s Representative Payment Program provides financial management for the Social Security of our beneficiaries who are incapable of managing their Social Security payments.
Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for further assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

How can I get a copy of my wife’s New Benefit Statement for 2019. My copy came in the mail my wife’s did not. I need this information for my insurance Co. My wife’s SS number is *** – ** – ***. Her name is Betty J. Baughman our mailing address is 3219 West Eugie Ave. Phoenix AZ. 85029

I rec’d my 2019 notice that thhe COLA increase will be 2.8%. I rec’d no increase from prior year, although Ih h 2.8% increase for 2019 I rec’d notice of no change in my 2019 benefit Zero reductions take out of my monthly amount of $487.00. I would appreciate you looking into this matter. James McKeown Jr. 7310 Ahia Ct., Diamondhead, Ms. 38525, Tel: 228-344-0190 czparrot@yahoo.com Thank You

Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week.Just a reminder – We do not have access to personal information in this venue. Please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks!

We apologize for the long wait. We care about our customers and our representatives are working as fast as they can to resolve all inquiries, process new claims, and reduce backlogs.
When calling our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213, you will -generally- experience a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week.
Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Remember, most Social Security services, including applying for retirement, disability and Medicare benefits, requesting a replacement Medicare card, or reporting a change of address or telephone number or creating a my Social Security account are conveniently available anytime at our website.
Thanks!

Hello Nancy. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums.
The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.
Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question in specific at this time. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

Hello Judith. During the month of December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail -during the month of December- this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola.

Social Security COLA notices will be mailed to beneficiaries, during the month of December 2018.
Also, during the month of December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security. This is a secure, convenient way to receive COLA notices online and save the message for later. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper.
For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello Digna. Social Security COLA notices will be mailed to beneficiaries during the month of December, 2018. Also, during the month of December, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security.
For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello Nancy. In December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year (during the month of December, 2018), but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper.
For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello William, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security, during the month of December 2018. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. For more details about the new COLA, visit http://www.ssa.gov/cola. Thanks!

Hello Frank. In December 2018, Social Security COLA notices will be available online to most beneficiaries in the Message Center of their my Social Security.
This is a secure, convenient way to receive COLA notices online and save the message for later. You will still receive your COLA notice by mail this year, but in the future you will be able to choose whether you receive your notice online instead of on paper. Thanks!

Hi Frank. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

My wife did not receive her 2019 new benefit amount statement. I receive mine but she didn’t get hers could you please remail hers or email it to us thank you. Her nam is Marilyn m shinaberry her soc sec number *** – ** – ***

Hi Robert. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

1. why has my Medicare deduction on my social security increased 9.3% for 2019.
2. The figure of $135.50 is 17% of my monthly amount.
3. this figure is 20% of my net monthly SS $684 income.
4. as a result my 2019 SS income is only a 1.6 % increase instead of the 2.8% I am supossed to get.

Hi Sharon. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Wife has her COLA notifcation, I do not?
She got her’s in Nov. It’s now mid-Dec and I’m uninformed.
When will I get some notification – either by email or text or carrier bird — but please not by USPS.

Hi William, thank you for the question. All monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans receive an increase of 2.8 percent in 2019.

For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi Sherry. If you do not want to use Direct Deposit, another option is a Direct Express® card, a debit card you can use to access your benefits. And you don’t need a bank account. For additional details, as well as how to sign up, check out our How to Receive an Electronic Payment web page.

Hi Judy. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

I have tried to find out the increase in benefits and increase in the deduction for Medicare to no avail. I tried to open account but finally gave up. your site is a disaster. I also have not received my new card yet.

Hi Edna, thank you for using our blog. It sounds like you may need to update your address with Social Security.

That may be why you are having difficulties creating a my Social Security account. For assistance with your account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office.

Hi Don. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov

HI Juergen, thank you for using the blog. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

As for the Medicare reimbursement forms, you will need to check with Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY 1-877-486-2048) or visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi Rose. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Marilyn. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Donna. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Norbert. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account . You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Lelola. All monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019.

The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. (Note: some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits.)

Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Peter. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Raymond. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Mary Lou, thanks for using the blog to ask your question. All monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019.

The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. (Note: some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits.)

Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Alexis. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

“We plan to expand the availability of COLA notices to additional online customers in the future.” The words, “in the future” are not needed. The present tense of the verb “to plan” can only mean that an event is awaited, i.e., that it is “in the future”. Thus, there’s no need to state “in the future”.

Hi Laurie. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi Ellen. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Stephen. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Elaine. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Connie. The mailings are staggered. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

Hi Pamela, thanks for using the blog to ask your question. All monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019.
The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin with benefits payable to more than 62 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2019. Increased payments to more than 8 million SSI beneficiaries will begin on December 31, 2018. (Note: some people receive both Social Security and SSI benefits.)

Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. You will also receive this COLA notice by mail in December. The mailings are staggered. In the future, you will have a choice of online or paper notification.

on the letter that I received did not show a increase of the 2.8%, it is showing the same amount that I have been receiving from this year of $426.00, and with the 2.8 % it still shows $426.00. Would someone contact me by email of hotwest2001@yahoo.com or or by letter
James Furman
143 Starlight cir.
Tuscola Texas 79562
thanks

Hi, James. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. If you have additional questions about your situation, please call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 and speak with one of our agents. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Or contact your local Social Security office directly. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks.

Hi, Dennis. Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 67 million Americans will increase 2.8 percent in 2019. The 2.8 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will begin in January 2019. If you have additional questions about your situation, please call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 and speak with one of our agents. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Or contact your local Social Security office. Thanks.

Glad to hear the benefits will increase. I think we could get them to increase more if we can stop the fraud associated with SS benefits. I read an article about persons receiving benefits after they are dead because they have their checks sent to another country (where they moved to after retirement) and then the recipient’s family member continues to cash the SS check long after the recipient is dead. The article said it mostly happens in Mexico but other countries too. Anyway, glad to hear of an increase. Thanks. Dave from http://criminaldefense909.com group.

Hi,
I am collecting social security benefits – retired at age 62. recently I took a full time job and want to know how I report estimated earnings for 2019 so that my social security check can be adjusted to reflect income above the allowed amount. Not sure what form needs to be filed.
Thanks

I didn’t receive a COLA increase. Can you tell me why? I am already having 2/3 taken from me due to retiring under PERS – which I understand was a law passed years ago. And some groups are now trying to have removed.

Hello Barbara. Thanks for your question. The cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) notices for 2019 are being mailed this month, so please continue to look out for it in the mail. Social Security cost-of-living notices will also be available online to most beneficiaries this month in the Message Center of their personal my Social Security account. More information can be found on our Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Information webpage. We hope this information is helpful.

Hello Luciano. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide your wife with an explanation.
Your wife can call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

Hello Yesenia. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks!

Unfortunately, and because of security reasons we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot answer your question at this time. One of our representatives should be able to provide you with an explanation. Please call our toll free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Generally, you will have a shorter wait time if you call later during the day or later in the week. Thanks.

I received my social security benefits for January 2019 and did not receive any increase in my cost of living for my disability for my social security monthly payment. What can be done to correct this situation as I am low-income and anything is so very grateful by myself.

As I have mentioned, I am and have been disabaled since I was very young with rheumatoid arthritis.. In addition, I also have severe bad breast cancer.

Hi Michelle, For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

You may be able to get help from your State with other Medicare costs under the Medicare Savings Programs. By completing an Extra Help application online, you will start your application process for a Medicare Savings Program. We will send information to your State who will contact you to help you apply for a Medicare Savings Program unless you tell us not to when you complete the application.

If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.

Hi, Robert. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask members in our Blog community to work with their local Social Security office for specific questions about their case. You can also call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 and speak to one of our agents for further guidance. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Thanks.

can I get a quick copy of the most recent award letter from Soc Sec which I need for my Medicare and is requested from the Dept of children and Families
my SS # is *** – ** – *** timothy j Williams DOB 11/20/68
please advise ASAP

Hi, Timothy. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter using your personal my Social Security account online. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact their local office. You can also call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday but you will generally have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.

My right to monthly payments will still continue if still disabled and average earnings are not over “how much?” per month beginning January 2019? It was $1170 for 2017, etc. I am on ssdi and will receive 925 per month as of 2019.
Thank you.

i have received 2 cds from ssa the last 2 months. However I have previously told ssa to send me hard copies because i do not have access to a computer to read it. Can u please send me these hard copy or email!

Hi, Charles. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community to work with their local Social Security office with specific questions on their case. Thanks.

Thank you for contacting us, Linda. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons, we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot assist you.

To inquire about your payment amount, you will have to contact your local office or call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Hi Peter. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.

1/14/2019
I have repeatedly asked to receive the Notice to be mailed 12/31/2018 advising me of the 2.8% increase we are scheduled to receive Late this Month -January 2019. I live at Mitchell Place Senior Residence in Federal Way, WA and many of the 50 Tenants here have already received their Notices. I have not. Please send it to me. Thank you. Grace L. Raleigh

Hi, Grace. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. You can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter using your personal my Social Security account online. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office. Just as a reminder-please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks.

I haven’t got cost of living in about 5 years with every thing going up and I am getting the same amount of money. No money for glasses and denturesand other thing.It bring you down and you can’t see your way or thefuture. I think everyone should get a raise and not punished.

Your system has an error. Please fix it. When 1st is holiday and payment made on Friday 28th the system counts the January payment as resource of December and can kick someone out of benefit system for being over 2000 then deny them a January payment though they already got it. They lose income Medicaid etc because system counts it twice delivers it once and denies delivery once. But it makes the decision on the 4th with first data not including funds spent for rent utilities food etc, by recipient reducing Fix this glitch in system accounting and don’t you allow for medical transport and burial funds any more?

Hi, Monica. Please contact your bank or financial institution first. They may be able to determine why your direct deposit failed. If you still need to report a late, missing or stolen Social Security payment, call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. or contact your local Social Security office. Thanks!

Hi, Linda. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that you contact your local office or you can call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. We hope this is resolved soon.

I would like to know if or why Im not getting a cola raise on my social security check. Ive tried several times to contact ss office per phone calls didnt get to speak to anyone either time. After being put on hold for an hour at a time Im ready to give up.

Hi Alger. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov.

Hi Patricia. Most beneficiaries can check out their COLA notice in the Message Center of their my Social Security account. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you can call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.

Hi Jerry. For some beneficiaries, their Social Security increase may be partially or completely offset by increases in Medicare premiums. The Social Security Act contains a “hold harmless” provision that protects most beneficiaries. The amount of the benefit will stay the same even though the Medicare Part B premium increases. For information about Medicare premiums in 2019, visit http://www.medicare.gov

Hi, James. Please contact your bank or financial institution first. They may be able to determine why your direct deposit failed. If you still need to report a late, missing or stolen Social Security payment, call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. or contact your local Social Security office. You may also find the Schedule of Social Security Benefit Payments calendar helpful to determine if your checks are past due. Thanks!

I changed banks in Dec.2018 I was supposed to get my SS check in Va. Credit Union, on the 16th. Of Jan. I still haven’t received it. This is the only money I have to depend on for this month, for Meds , Groc. And house hold expenses . Why is it I can’t get my check? I have called SS office twice, they give me the run around. Please I need my money, to live on. Please help me PLEASE RUBY L Parsley.

Hi Suzanne. Unfortunately, your question is a bit more complex than we can address in this forum. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We encourage you to continue working with your local Social Security office with specific questions about your case. You may also call us at: 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. We hope this is resolved soon.

Why does this cost of living adjustment lower food stamp (EBT) benefits isn’t that the whole reason for a cost of living adjustment? (even though we know the cost of living adjustment is a joke) also I’m not currently on either of these systems it just upsets me that this adjustment can be counted against you for the EBT program.

I heard on the news this morning that the Democrats is trying to pass a new bill for social security helping to increase the social security checks. Can you tell me more about that? I didn’t quite catch the whole news story.

I became eligible for SS on December 2018 received my first SS retirement payment on January 2019. I have a My Social Security account but did not receive a cola notice there. How can I tell if I actually received the COLA increase? Thanks!

Hello. My dad needs a SS benefits award letter sent to him for proof of income to stay in his apartment. Can you please email me a copy of it so I can give it to his landlord. or send him a copy? My email is Aspitzley@gmail.com
My phone # 989-292-9163
His home address is 306 Brush St.
Portland Mi. 48875
His name is Gordon R Titus
Please call me with any questions. He needs this letter ASAP, so his building management can review his application.
Thank you ,Amie

Hi, Robert. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask members in our Blog community to work with their local office with specific questions about their case. You can also call us toll-free at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. We hope this helps.

I would just like to say that I have received several of these calls, first red flag-ACCENT. I tried to call and talk to someone at SSA and OIG, to no avail. If there is something we can do about this or to report it, PLEASE!!!!! let me know. I try to call and all that happens is that I am put in some kind of loop with no applicable solutions or directions. It would be nice once in a while to get in touch with a live person once in awhile just for some reassurance. NOT A HAPPY camper.

Hi, Donna. We are sorry you had difficulty reaching someone by telephone. Unfortunately, there are some Social Security impersonation schemes that we are warning citizens about. See our recent blog posts:

Hi Tom, thank you for using our blog. You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter.

If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.

Hi Robert, thank you for your question. You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter.

If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.

Thank you for contacting us, Len. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons, we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot assist you.

To inquire about your benefit payments, you will need to contact your local office or call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Hi Scott, thank you for using our blog to ask your question. The Delayed Retirement Credits are not effective until January of the following year the increment months were earned or in the month of attainment of age 70.

Thank you for contacting us, Jackie. Unfortunately, and because of security reasons, we do not have access to personal records in this blog and cannot assist you.

To inquire about your benefit payments, you will need to contact your local office or call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213. Representatives are available Monday through Friday, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Why did my ss disability increase 26.00
and my foodstamps decrease 171.00 leaving 17.00 for food for a month? Most friends in same situation . Do we Not Deserve the food. BECAUSE when we can’t work like before

Hi, Ms. Johnson. We are sorry to hear about your situation. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community contact us for specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213. Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. For questions regarding your food stamps, you will need to contact your state or local social services or welfare office. We hope this helps.

Hi, Sharron. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. You can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.

Donald savage needs a award letters 2 to get ambulance help flights from mercymedicalangle.org n probably another one for new choice waver government mandate passed in 1981 for people who are in nursing homes rentals 3000.oo$$$ plus a month need paper ASAP march 26th is my flight to LAX on a redo back surg dr shami at UCLA spine center n new choice waver deadline is march 14th for assisted living clients over 365 days self payed I have 20 months n r broke co-pays part d maxed cc 9000.00$$thank you ssdi client with abd needs award letter bad n no transportation out here n sw Utah last 6 digets 25 3063

Hi, Donald. We are sorry to hear about your situation. For your security, we do not have access to your private information in this venue. If you need a benefit verification letter, you can view, print, and save your benefit verification letter using your personal my Social Security account. For questions regarding your benefit verification letter, we ask that members in our Facebook community contact our offices. You can call our toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 for assistance. Representatives are available between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. You will generally have a shorter wait time if you call later in the day. We hope this helps.

Hi, Marilyn. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem with your personal my Social Security account, you may:
•Call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk”; or
•Contact your local Social Security office. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. Thanks.

Hi, Sharon. You may be eligible to receive assistance from the state where you live. Medicare enrollees who have limited income and resources may get help paying for their premiums and out-of-pocket medical expenses through the Medicare Savings Programs (MSP). Please call the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services at 1-800-633-4227 for more information. We hope this information is helpful.

Hi, Freda. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. You can request a replacement SSA-1099/1042S for Tax Year 2018 by visiting your personal my Social Security account. You can also contact or visit your local Social Security office. They can assist with a replacement 1099. Just a reminder – please be cautious about posting personal information on social media. We hope this helps.

Why didn’t I get an increase in my social security check like everyone I know did? ? How do I get this straightened out ? I need my little raise as good as anyone else does. He cost me to live, like anyone else has to live.

I was only able to save $36,000. when I was forced to retire at age 62 due to recession at that time. No company will hire a 72 year old man. My Social Security benefit is not enough to live on as of this date and I do not have the mind set to move into a organized retirement home. I was employed for 43 years and was able to provide for myself with no help from Govt/Charity.
Why must I suffer now. Why no government help or at least an employment option.

Hi, Les. We are sorry to hear about your situation. You may be eligible to receive social services from the state in which you live. These services include free meals, housekeeping help, transportation, or help with other problems. To get information about services in your area and find out if you qualify, you will need to contact your state or local social services or welfare office. We hope this helps.

Can I receive SS benefits?
Divorced 3/20/2019
Still working…..69 years old female
X husband……62 years old is still working
I would like to leave my SS account alone until I am age 70 and I would like to claim SS off of my X’s account.

Need a little help here.
I’m 67 yo and the benefit amount is 2,365.00
My wife is approaching 66 to collect that same amount. Using todays’ SS benefit at 71 yo, what would that payout be? There’s a possibility she may
not take it until 68-thinks she doesn’t need it. If ishe
took it then, how many dollars would she have sacrificed by waiting til 68. I say 2,365.00 x 3 = 85,140.00. I think I’m on the right track. Please
let me know. Thanks/Rob Rubilla

Every time we get a COLA increase…. we do not get it in our checks…. the increase just goes to the MEDICARE Dept. …. the money I have to pay my bills from social security has not changed is 8 years!!!!! We never get an increase, it is a Medicare increase not a “COLA” and they should call it that.

Hi, Lesly. For your security, we do not have access to private information in this venue. We ask that members in our Blog community work with our offices with specific questions. You can call us at 1-800-772-1213, Monday through Friday, between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m., for assistance. Generally, you will have a shorter wait if you call later in the day. You can also contact your local Social Security office. We hope this helps.

I call social security in December about the amount of my pay. That it is short I was told that I would get a letter in thirty days. I have not receive a letter or any kind of notice as of yet. What do I have to do should I make an appointment to talk some? I need an answer.

Hi Ralph, thank you for your question. If you’re receiving a retirement or survivor benefit, the amount you’re allowed to earn while receiving benefits depends on your age. (Earnings limits are completely different for those receiving disability benefits). If you attain full retirement age (66) in 2019, the earnings limit is $46,920 but we only count earnings before the month you reach full retirement age. Beginning with the month you reach full retirement age, earnings no longer reduce your benefits, no matter how much you earn. If you’re under full retirement age for the entire year, then we deduct $1 from benefit payments for every $2 earned above the annual limit. For 2019, that limit is $17,640.

Hi, Marolyn. Please be suspicious of unsolicited phone calls or email messages. If an unknown individual claims to be from a legitimate organization, try to verify his or her identity directly with the company. Avoid providing personal information unless you are certain of a person’s authority to have the information. In a few instances, we will use marketing firms to help raise awareness of Social Security’s online services, and this includes creating a personal my Social Security account. We allow these firms to send emails that will take individuals directly to our website. Any links that you find within these emails should always point to a “.gov” web address. If you are not certain that an email you received came from Social Security or one of our marketing partners, DO NOT click the link. Visit our “Internet Phishing Alert” web page to learn more about how to detect a fraudulent email message. We hope this information helps!

My date of birth is 5/18/51 so I qualify for but have not yet started collecting social security benefits. I have already earned my maximum annual credits toward social security benefits.
Can I collect full social security benefits if I continue to work full-time? If no, what level of income could I earn to be eligible for full retirement benefits?

social security has me deceased as of January 26, 2019.
I am NOT. I have done everything I know to do to get this resolved including driving up to the SS office 3 times telling them about this. It has destroyed my whole life. Shut down everything. Medicare and payments to my doctors. My money from Air Force which my husband spent his life in and died 5 years ago. The VA and anything connected has been stopped. Could not get into the AF base. Had to get military ID reissued. It is now May 3, 2019 and STILL
social security has not resolved this issue. I have written to my congressman, next is going to the local news reporter for help. I am not getting money from
this and have bills to pay. I will be 75 years old and cannot believe that in this world of technologies SS cannot fix this. SS with one key stroke shut me down as deceased and did not have a death certificate for the person that died even. SS is telling me it will take until June of this year to get this resolved. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. The Federal government had no problem cashing my check which I owed on April 15, tax day. Imagine that. I was not dead to them then.
I feel I have been more than patience in this matter.
Very disappointed in how this is happening. Thought our country was more on it’s toes then this. Also getting scam calls pertaining to Social Security. I wonder how we ever made it to the moon! While I am writing this, I have been on hold with Social Security for over an hour and the music just stopped. Nothing, so social security has dropped my call. It is now 5:00 PM, Friday, I guess they are going home. I will try Monday on calling everyone and body I can think of, including the 6:00 news

Hey! Seattle super market! Stole my food card I am mad and I am hungry! And SuperMarket stupid write down paper my number and card code and they want know my birth Day and I told them for what? And they said I need your cash. I am said fucking them they wrong ripped off my food card and on food cash too! EBT have food and money for my reason less my streeful for my reason my hungry! And. Am mad in security office no one called me my number and I walk off as leave myself for my bad mood gone my EBT really hurt me that shit store took my EBT card! Please HELP,!!!!

Hi Donald. You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.

Just a reminder – We do not have access to personal information in this venue. Please be cautious about posting personal information on social media channels. Thanks.

Hi Sandra. If your regular payment date falls on a Saturday, Sunday or federal holiday, we send your benefits the business day before your due date. For future pay dates, you may find our Schedule of Social Security Payments useful. You can find the payments schedule here. We hope this helps!

Hi Theodore, thank you for your question. You can get a benefit verification letter online instantly by using your personal my Social Security account. This letter is sometimes called a budget letter, a benefits letter, a proof of income letter or a proof of award letter. To set up your account, visit the my Social Security web page and select, “Sign In or Create an Account.” You will need to provide some personal information to verify your identity, choose a username and password and follow the rest of the steps to finish creating your account. Once you create your account, scroll down to the Benefits and Payments section and choose “get benefit verification letter” where you can instantly view, print, or save your official letter. If you are unable to create an account or encounter a problem, you may call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778), Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. At the voice prompt, say “helpdesk” or you can contact your local Social Security office.